The Beware of Foreign Influence Tee is inspired by a 1952 Dutch anti-communist election poster titled “Kiest Communisten. Voor Terreur en Slavernij,” which translates to “Choose Communists. For Terror and Slavery.” The original poster came out during the Cold War era and used red, black, and white imagery to warn against communist political influence in Europe. Its design showed a skeletal rider carrying a red flag, symbolizing destruction, fear, and the loss of freedom associated with communist ideology.
Temple Conservative Union reworked the original artwork into a modern American message: “Beware of Foreign Influence.” Instead of focusing only on communism, this shirt speaks to a broader concern about outside powers, foreign lobbying, and political interests that can shape American policy against the interests of American citizens. We kept the vintage propaganda style, the charging rider, and the dramatic flag imagery, but changed the message to fit today’s political moment.
This tee represents TCU’s commitment to national sovereignty, independent thought, and a political future shaped by the American people rather than foreign interests.
Product features
- 100% Airlume combed & ring-spun cotton; lightweight 4.2 oz/yd² for breathability
- Side seams and shoulder tape for long-lasting shape and stability
- Ribbed knit crew collar with seam; tear-away label for comfort
- Design printed using crisp DTF/DTG techniques for vivid, detailed artwork
- Ethically produced; REACH compliant and sourced from responsible manufacturers
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: medium heat
- Do not dryclean
The Beware of Foreign Influence Tee is inspired by a 1952 Dutch anti-communist election poster titled “Kiest Communisten. Voor Terreur en Slavernij,” which translates to “Choose Communists. For Terror and Slavery.” The original poster came out during the Cold War era and used red, black, and white imagery to warn against communist political influence in Europe. Its design showed a skeletal rider carrying a red flag, symbolizing destruction, fear, and the loss of freedom associated with communist ideology.
Temple Conservative Union reworked the original artwork into a modern American message: “Beware of Foreign Influence.” Instead of focusing only on communism, this shirt speaks to a broader concern about outside powers, foreign lobbying, and political interests that can shape American policy against the interests of American citizens. We kept the vintage propaganda style, the charging rider, and the dramatic flag imagery, but changed the message to fit today’s political moment.
This tee represents TCU’s commitment to national sovereignty, independent thought, and a political future shaped by the American people rather than foreign interests.
Product features
- 100% Airlume combed & ring-spun cotton; lightweight 4.2 oz/yd² for breathability
- Side seams and shoulder tape for long-lasting shape and stability
- Ribbed knit crew collar with seam; tear-away label for comfort
- Design printed using crisp DTF/DTG techniques for vivid, detailed artwork
- Ethically produced; REACH compliant and sourced from responsible manufacturers
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: medium heat
- Do not dryclean
